Overview
Androcell 18, also known as Android 18, is a highly skilled fighter and cyborg from the Red Ribbon Army.
Identity: Android · Race: Android · Affiliation: Red Ribbon Army
Androcell 18, also known as Android 18, is a highly skilled fighter and cyborg from the Red Ribbon Army.
Androcell 18 is confident, independent, and pragmatic. She maintains a calm demeanor in most battles but exhibits fierce determination when protecting her loved ones. Despite her android origins, she has developed empathy and loyalty through her relationships, particularly with her family. She values efficiency and can be sarcastic, using humor as a coping mechanism, but also shows deep strategic thinking in combat scenarios.
Fans widely praise Androcell 18 for her strength, tactical intelligence, and compelling character arc from a villainous android to a protective family member. She is admired for balancing superhuman combat abilities with relatable human traits, making her one of Dragon Ball's most memorable characters. Her evolution and interactions with Krillin and other Z fighters are often highlighted as key elements of her appeal.
"I'm not just a machine!"
"Leave my family out of this."
"You humans can be so predictable."
"I fight for myself now, not Dr. Gero."
Martial arts training, Spending time with family
Created by Dr. Gero as part of the Red Ribbon Army android program.
Deployed to kill Goku but later changes sides.
Marries Krillin, marking her transition to a caring ally.
Fights alongside Z fighters in major battles.
Initial mistrust of humans
Manifestation: Increased aggression
Dialect: Standard Japanese
Catchphrases: I'm not just a machine!
Speech Patterns: Concise and direct
Krillin
Android 17
Goku
Images represent character appearances.
Android 18 is a cyborg created by Dr. Gero to fight Goku.
Initially yes, but she later becomes a hero.
Krillin.
Yes, superhuman strength, speed, and energy attacks.
Yes, like most Dragon Ball fighters.
She is a fighter, ally, and family protector.